Local Enterprise Office Kildare

The Grow Digital Voucher offers small and medium businesses with up to 50 employees financial support to embrace digital technology. 💶Funding: Of up to €5,000 to invest in software and training/IT configuration. 📈Boost Efficiency: Streamline operations and enhance productivity with new digital tools. 🙎 Reach New Customers: Expand your reach and connect with a wider audience online. 🥇Stay Competitive: Bridge the digital gap and compete effectively in today's marketplace. A digital for business project report must be completed within the previous two years. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/ecHPxnKC

Re-imagining retail is a full day course aimed at small to medium retailers in county Kildare and will focus on maximising sales for the first quarter of trading in 2025. Delivered by Miriam Simon, this in-person, practical training session will help with purchasing & product selection, merchandising & store layout, sales strategy & staff training as well as key drivers and product categories. The course will also touch on some of the opportunities and quick wins that can be easily implemented in businesses with both small and mediums sized teams. A light networking lunch will be provided. Book now at https://lnkd.in/ey75isSw

Kildare County Council and the Local Enterprise Office will host a Public Procurement Masterclass for local SMEs to understand the public procurement process and to prepare them to bid effectively. Through this interactive masterclass, local businesses will learn: ✅The principles: the public procurement process. ✅How not to miss an opportunity: etenders and SupplyGov. ✅How to bid effectively: understanding thresholds, bid writing and tips for success (including tips for SMEs and Green Procurement). January 16th, 10am to 4pm, lunch included. Book now at https://lnkd.in/ddgXtv-v Kildare County Council County Kildare Chamber

Kildare County Council is delighted to announce the Brigid 1500 Retail Window Merchandising Grant Scheme for retailers is now open for 2025. The Retail Window Merchandising Grant provides financial support to retailers and businesses, in our town centres, to design and enhance their window displays. An attractive and inviting streetscape plays a pivotal role in enhancing the retail experience across County Kildare. The grant can be used for general internal displays including lighting and shelving and can be employed in conjunction with festival days and public holidays (e.g. St Brigid, St Patrick, Easter, Hallowe'en and Christmas) and local events (e.g. sporting events and race meetings). Find out more and apply now - https://lnkd.in/eKysmFBS #brigid1500 #allinadayswork

Access the €5,000 Grow Digital Voucher Join our online briefing designed to give small businesses a clear understanding of how digital tools can help streamline their operations, improve efficiency, and drive growth in key business areas. Our goal is to support you with actionable steps to move forward on your digital journey. January 21st, 12.30pm to 1pm, Online Register now at https://loom.ly/3Sh8R3c

Small businesses need to maximise every advantage - and implementing a digital strategy can give businesses a real edge. Digital for Business is designed to give your business that digital edge. Find out more and apply at https://loom.ly/ees3Jrc #Kildare #makingithappen

Happy new year from all at LEO Kildare We look forward to working with you in 2025!

We are seeking expressions of interest from individuals who wish to open their own retail premises! Whether you have an online shop already, or are starting out from scratch, we are developing a specific programme of supports for retail start-ups in Kildare. Expressions of interest now open: https://loom.ly/--cXe7w #makingithappen #Kildare

Local Enterprise Offices can offer financial supports to help manage business challenges. These include: ⏩Priming Grants ⏩Business Expansion Grants ⏩Feasibility Study Grants ⏩Technical Assistance for Micro-Exporters Grant T&Cs apply, find out more at https://loom.ly/zLiZnuE #makingithappen #Kildare

Unlock new business opportunities in the UK market! Get Exporting is a new programme from Enterprise Ireland and the Local Enterprise Offices designed to support companies that would benefit from customised support as they embark on their export journey in the UK and beyond. Get Exporting is for early- stage exporters to fast-track business growth and internationalisation. This programme provides: • An export readiness assessment • One to one mentoring • All the tools and knowledge to equip your business for export success • A tailored support package – from research and prospection through to negotiation support • In market exposure to your buyers, channels and distributors • Signposting to other supports Click here for further information: https://lnkd.in/e8FqGtyu Together, let’s Get Exporting and grow sales in the UK and beyond!